Amazon Sustainability Challenge

The Amazon Rainforest, often referred to as the "lungs of the Earth," is facing unprecedented threats that jeopardize its survival and the global climate.

Deforestation is causing the loss of biodiversity, with countless species at risk of extinction, coupled with the disruption of indigenous communities, underscores the urgent need for action. Conserving the Amazon is crucial not only for maintaining the planet's oxygen supply and regulating climate but also for preserving its unparalleled natural beauty and cultural heritage. Join us in the fight to protect this irreplaceable treasure and ensure its sustainability for future generations.

 

Making an Impact

Take climate action into your own hands!

By embarking on this challenge, you will be at the forefront of change as you gain knew knowledge and understanding of local conservation project and utilise this raise environmental awareness. Over 2-weeks, your Global Citizenship journey will include:

A week in the Amazon Rainforest visiting one of the most protected natural areas in all of South America!

You will learn about environmental sustainability and protection from conservation experts and indigenous communities as you visit the Manu National Park, Wayqecha Biological Station, the Santa Rosa de Huacaria community and the Villa Carmen Biological Station. This truly is a once in a lifetime opportunity to explore canopy walkways, bamboo forests, countless waterfalls and orchid fields.

A week of raising environmental awareness and delivering sustainability workshops across our local partner schools!

 Equipped with your knowledge from the Amazon Rainforest, you'll be working on our environmental education program. By designing and facilitating workshops, you will raise awareness of environmental issues within the community. Supported by our team on the ground, you will be tasked to design hands-on and engaging workshops that will inspire learners in their education, as well as in their actions to protect their environment.

 

FYI: this is a carbon neutral program!

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extend your travels

While you're in Peru, it makes sense to tick Machu Picchu off your bucket list!

The Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu, a truly once in a lifetime experience... On this 5-day trek you'll walk more than 70km and reach an altitude of 4600m above sea level as you make your way to South America's most famous landmark. You'll see Humantay Lake, cross Salkantay Mountain and pass through cloud forests before reaching Machu Picchu. This is the perfect way to end your Global Citizenship adventure with your new friends for life!

who can join the program

WE'RE LOOKING FOR HIGH-ENERGY, PASSIONATE INDIVIDUALS THAT ARE LOOKING TO LEAVE THEIR HANDPRINT ON THE WORLD.

If you have work experience or are studying in a field related to medicine, nursing, public health, biomedicine, allied healthcare or science, this challenge is perfect for you! Join a team of likeminded people and use your skills, knowledge and passions to make an impact on global health and well-being.

why you should join the program

Become a Challenge Leader

ARE YOU LOOKING TO ELEVATE YOUR EXPERIENCE?

Build your own community of people who care and inspire a team of Global Citizens to join you on this epic adventure... become a Challenge Leader! This is your chance to step up as a global leader and showcase your awesome leadership skills. Not only will you feel a great sense of achievement, but it's an experience that's guaranteed to make you stand out in any future employment opportunity.

GET IN TOUCH WITH OUR TEAM TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY!